Kayden Chappell
Summary
Multi-talented Executive, knowledgeable about sales, operations and personnel management. Successful at stepping into diverse positions and making immediate positive contributions. Focused on optimizing operations and motivating employees while establishing market dominance. Driven to be undeniable in any position I am put in. I am young but have been put into high positions quickly in every company I have worked for.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
VP of Operations
Streyle Management
08.2022 - Current
- Managed large-scale projects, ensuring timely completion within budget constraints.
- Evaluated existing workflows to identify inefficiencies and propose innovative solutions that enhance productivity across the organization.
- Delivered exceptional results in market expansion efforts by identifying new territories, analyzing potential opportunities, and establishing a strong local presence.
- Led organizational restructuring initiatives to improve overall efficiency, streamline reporting lines, and eliminate redundancies while maintaining high employee morale and engagement levels.
- Instituted risk management protocols to proactively address potential issues before they escalated into major problems affecting business operations or customer satisfaction levels.
- Fostered a culture of continuous improvement within the organization by implementing best practices in operations management and providing ongoing training for staff members.
- Cultivated strong vendor relationships, enabling effective negotiation on pricing and terms for better cost control.
- Identified opportunities for automation, leading to a significant reduction in manual labor costs and increased efficiency.
- Developed cross-functional teams to foster collaboration, resulting in increased productivity and performance.
- Implemented data-driven strategies to identify areas of improvement and drive continuous process optimization.
- Mentored team members on best practices in operations management, fostering a culture of continuous learning and growth within the organization.
- Drove supplier performance improvements through regular evaluations, feedback sessions, and the establishment of mutually beneficial partnerships.
- Spearheaded quality assurance initiatives to ensure consistent delivery of high-quality service while minimizing call backs on projects.
- Recruited, hired, and trained initial personnel, working to establish key internal functions and outline scope of positions for new organization.
- Trained and guided team members to maintain high productivity and performance metrics.
- Updated and resolved incidents and managed accessorial charges objectively while maximizing profit.
Bartender
Applebee's Grill + Bar
02.2021 - 07.2022
- Served high customer volumes during special events, nights, and weekends.
- Managed cash handling duties responsibly, ensuring accurate accounting at the end of each shift.
- Performed opening and closing duties, printing sales reports, setting up for incoming shift, preparing cash drawers, and taking inventory.
- Efficiently opened or closed the bar according to established procedures, ensuring preparedness for each shift.
- Managed working full time as well as taking a full load of collage classes.
Tree Removal/Landscaping Crew Leader
Thomson Tree Services
05.2020 - 08.2020
- This was a Summer Job while I was going to Collage.
- Managed inventory of materials efficiently to ensure availability when required.
- Conducted regular performance evaluations for crew members, identifying areas for improvement and developing personalized action plans accordingly.
- Implemented sustainable landscaping practices to reduce water consumption and promote native plant species growth.
- Mentored new team members on industry best practices, leading to a more knowledgeable workforce capable of handling complex projects independently.
- Ensured safety standards were met by conducting regular site inspections, addressing potential hazards, and providing ongoing training to crew members.
- Maintained open lines of communication with clients throughout the duration of projects.
- Operated landscaping equipment with focus on safety and machine longevity.
- Performed planting, watering, mulching, and edging of lawns.
- Maintained grounds by trimming, weeding, and general clean-up.
- Trimmed greenery, shrubs, and hedges to maintain uniform appearance.
- Used trimmers and chainsaws for grounds maintenance, brush clearing, and tree removal and thinning.
- Educated clients on proper care and maintenance of landscaping projects.
- Removed weeds, hazards, and debris from common pathways to improve usability.
- Maintained tools and equipment to foster safe and consistent operation.
Roofing Contractor
Howard's Tri State Construction
04.2017 - 10.2019
- Maximized roof longevity with proper installation of various roofing materials such as asphalt shingles, metal panels, single-ply membranes, and built-up roofs.
- Assigned daily duties to each employee based upon individual strengths, effectively completing 98% of roofing jobs on time.
- Assisted in the preparation of accurate project estimates and proposals, ensuring that potential clients had a clear understanding of all costs involved.
- Spoke with roofing customers and answered questions regarding concerns and requests.
- Managed roofing supplies, parts and equipment by ordering new materials to refill low inventory.
- Communicated effectively with team members, guiding crew in roof installations and repair work.
- Reduced material waste by accurately measuring and cutting materials, leading to cost savings for clients.
- Improved client satisfaction with proactive communication regarding project updates and addressing concerns promptly.
- Facilitated smooth project transitions by coordinating tear-offs, disposal processes, and new installations efficiently.
- Optimized roof system performance through routine maintenance services including cleaning gutters, repairing leaks, replacing damaged components, and performing general inspections.
- Streamlined job site organization by maintaining clean work areas and regularly updating inventory counts for supplies and tools.
- Negotiated favorable pricing agreements with suppliers for bulk purchase discounts, resulting in cost savings for the company.
- Maintained safe working conditions on job sites, conducting regular safety meetings and enforcing proper use of protective gear.
- Enhanced client trust by providing transparent progress updates throughout each phase of the project lifecycle.
Education
Associate of Business Administration - Business Administration And Management
Western Nebraska Community College
Scottsbluff, NE05.2022
Skills
- Team Building and Motivation
- Operations Management
- Organizational Development
- Production Scheduling
- Operations Oversight
- Quality Assurance
- Strategic Planning
- Scheduling
- Data Analysis
- Process Improvements
- Team Leadership
- Decision-Making
Timeline
VP of Operations
Streyle Management
08.2022 - Current
Bartender
Applebee's Grill + Bar
02.2021 - 07.2022
Tree Removal/Landscaping Crew Leader
Thomson Tree Services
05.2020 - 08.2020
Roofing Contractor
Howard's Tri State Construction
04.2017 - 10.2019
Associate of Business Administration - Business Administration And Management
Western Nebraska Community College
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